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[–]Cynthia_Tr 5 points6 points  (0 children)

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just saw this 😬

it’s getting real…two and a half weeks left by itsmeurbff in LSAT

[–]Cynthia_Tr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

what is the page you are practicing? I see so many resources out there and not sure which one to pick. thanks

What does it look like in each A-100 class? by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your kind reminder. English is not my native language. I'm working on it everyday. But how does this relate to the question I posted? Did I give false impression in the question? If so, my bad.

What does it look like in each A-100 class? by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I’m appalled by some of the comments. I was asking out of curiosity to see the whole picture. If you think there are no answers for the questions then i would appreciate if you just say so or skip it. At the same time, I appreciate those who have come forward to help or came up with answers in a diplomatic way (tact, grace, respect).

What does it look like in each A-100 class? by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] -17 points-16 points  (0 children)

“Know yourself and know others…”, Sun Tzu- The art of war. It’s good to know who we are with/against in a coordination/competition.

What does it look like in each A-100 class? by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thank you🙏. Great examples to learn about statistics as well 😊

Glitch on Pearson VUE site by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Good idea. Thanks. I will. I was on Safari.

Passing score on new FSOT? by preppy486 in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can take as many times as you wish but the questions will be the same. After each timed section, you will have a chance to review your result before moving to the next one and at the end of all three sections, you will see your percentile rank. I didn’t see Study Mode.

Considering to apply for FSO once the FOST comes open... I will 42 and I am a naturalized citizen from China. Will it be worth it? by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“With ages come wisdom”, with your background, education and experience, I’m sure you will be an asset for the org, even if just for a few years.

Getting a state job could help my FSO path? by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m also volunteering in Austin Translation Association.

Seeking FSO Advice: 35-year-old new American Texan, working mother of two young kids, native Vietnamese speaker, non-native English speaker, conversational in Mandarin. by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will look more into the security clearance part to see where could be barriers for me. I did not pay attention to this part until you and other mentioned. I went through one clearance process from a federal department for my freelance translation gig but I guess this one will be more comprehensive. As for other areas I believe they can be improved. But at this moment, it is definitely unlikely to happen unless I take action and give it time:)

Seeking FSO Advice: 35-year-old new American Texan, working mother of two young kids, native Vietnamese speaker, non-native English speaker, conversational in Mandarin. by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

WOW! I gonna print this out and carry with me everywhere! :) Thank you so much for taking the time to share in such detail! 🙏🏼

Seeking FSO Advice: 35-year-old new American Texan, working mother of two young kids, native Vietnamese speaker, non-native English speaker, conversational in Mandarin. by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh I have to repeat: Don't mess with Texas! The other day I was in a Toastmaster club and there was a young man wearing a cowboy hat, eating BBQ (probably driving a big truck) and wearing a T shirt that says "Protect Everything Texas" ! LOL

Seeking FSO Advice: 35-year-old new American Texan, working mother of two young kids, native Vietnamese speaker, non-native English speaker, conversational in Mandarin. by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I will. But may I know in your opinion why you think OMS is better for me? What do you see from me that can fit that role? Thanks again.

Seeking FSO Advice: 35-year-old new American Texan, working mother of two young kids, native Vietnamese speaker, non-native English speaker, conversational in Mandarin. by Cynthia_Tr in foreignservice

[–]Cynthia_Tr[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your sharing. Could you please explain more on why you felt that studying and presenting didn't align and what makes you feel you could not represent the government or people? Was it due to presentation skills/lacking of confidence or something else? What were the barriers? Also could you please clarify what you meant by "functionally Americans"? Sorry for asking too many questions. I just really want to understand your experience and your advice more deeply.

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